LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Wests Tigers recruit Terrell May continues to impress in the early rounds of the NRL season, maintaining his lead in Zero Tackle's NRL MVP race.
Despite not being awarded man of the match against the Dolphins in Round 3, May's lead has widened to six points.
Several players, including Cameron Munster, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Payne Haas, Braydon Trindall, and Keano Kini, received unanimous 20-vote results in the latest round.
In addition to these top performers, players like Fonua Pole, Bailey Hayward, Zac Lomax, Bronson Xerri, Reuben Garrick, and Haumole Olakau'atu were also recognized with man of the match honors by at least one vote.
Haas' impressive 20-point total in Round 3 has propelled him into third place on the leaderboard.
However, it is Ryan Papenhuyzen who stands out as a potential contender, trailing by just 13 votes despite having already had a bye week.
Papenhuyzen's strong performances, including 16 votes against the Penrith Panthers and a full 20 points in Round 1, have put him in a favorable position early on in the MVP race.
The article highlights the competitive nature of the NRL MVP race, with standout players making their mark in the first few rounds of the season.
Despite not always receiving man of the match honors, players like May, Haas, and Papenhuyzen have consistently delivered exceptional performances to earn recognition in the MVP standings.
With the season just beginning, the race for the NRL MVP title is heating up, setting the stage for an exciting competition among the league's top performers.